Define Testing Strategies

Use

The purpose of this task is to establish overall strategies for testing that can be followed throughout the duration of the project. There are many different types of testing that occur during the project, and each plays a critical role in its ultimate success. Testing strategies should include:

Later in the project, the specific testing plans are defined in greater detail. However, it is also necessary to establish an overall testing strategy during this phase of the project.

Procedure

  1. Review your testing approach.
    Testing is performed throughout the Realization phase and it can be difficult to grasp all the areas and relationships.
    The following areas are examples:

Make sure to become familiar with the task descriptions, and all related documents.

  1. Determine your testing constraints.
    You first determine the constraints you have that may conflict with testing. For example, if you must implement at the beginning of a calendar year, it is important to state this.
    Every project is different, and your testing strategy must be tailored to your particular project circumstances and conditions. If you are looking for a rapid implementation, testing can be compromised in selected areas with the added risk of reduced testing. This is a conscious decision you must make in advance.
  2. Determine your testing strategy.
  1. Document your testing strategy and develop your test plans accordingly.

Result

Project testing strategy